Canary Islands gastronomy will concentrate product, technique and market intelligence in a three-day fair in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Dates and venue for GastroCanarias 2026
GastroCanarias 2026 will be held from 19 to 21 May 2026 at the Centro Internacional de Ferias y Congresos de Tenerife, also referred to as the Recinto Ferial de Tenerife. The event will occupy the Gran Nave of the venue and provides official contact channels for exhibitors and visitors.
Exhibitors and attendee profile at GastroCanarias 2026
The fair gathers companies from the food and beverage sector, local producers, distributors and front-of-house professionals. The profile includes chefs, pastry chefs, bakers, baristas and service teams alongside students and industry media, aiming to link products with commercial channels.
Exhibition footprint and key figures
The 2026 edition features an exhibition area around 17,000 m² with approximately 217 stands. This layout combines commercial booths with practical zones for live demonstrations and business meetings.
Learning stages and live content
Training is a central element at GastroCanarias 2026 with two dedicated learning spaces, Aula Makro and Aula Hecansa. Two large stages will host Gastronomy Championships and live sessions that include masterclasses, showcookings and product-focused demonstrations.
Practical advice for B2B prospecting at GastroCanarias 2026
- Map exhibitors in advance and schedule meetings in the Gran Nave to make the most of roughly 217 stands.
- Bring samples and concise technical sheets covering supply logistics and traceability, key factors for food and beverage buyers.
- Use sessions in the classrooms and on the stages to spot applicable techniques and potential supplier partners.
- Prepare short commercial briefs for each meeting that state terms, lead times and expected volumes for Horeca, distributors and retail chains.
Closing note and official link
For companies working with Canary Islands product, GastroCanarias 2026 offers a concentrated environment to test offers and close commercial contacts. Registration, the full programme and logistical details are available at http://salongastronomicodecanarias.com/.
